Interim Facilities Manager

Harris Hill Charity Recruitment Specialists; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent heritage site in Lincoln is seeking an experienced Interim Facilities Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure compliance across its estate. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Facilities Management, strong leadership skills, and significant experience in facilities management within complex environments. This role is critical to maintaining operational excellence and supporting the site’s mission. To apply, contact Faye Marshall and Lizzy Clark through the apply button.

Qualifications

• Significant FM experience in complex or publicly accessible environments.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, CDM, and contractor management.
• Proven ability to implement systems, improve performance, and manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve FM operations, including planned and reactive maintenance.
• Oversee statutory compliance, fire safety, utilities, and contractor performance.
• Support worship, events, and visitor activity to ensure safe, high-quality delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety Compliance

Contractor Management

Operational Oversight

Education

Degree, HND or equivalent in Facilities Management

IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification

Job description

Lincoln Cathedral has stood as a symbol of faith, craftsmanship and human endeavour for over 950 years. A living place of worship and the seat of the Bishop of Lincoln, the Cathedral remains a place of pilgrimage, prayer and welcome for people of all faiths and none.

As one of the nation s most important heritage sites and a major visitor destination, the Cathedral welcomes hundreds of thousands of people each year. Stewardship of this remarkable estate (which includes the Cathedral Church, Visitor Centre and more than 80 historic buildings) requires exceptional operational oversight to ensure buildings remain safe, compliant and welcoming every day.

To provide continuity and leadership following the departure of the current postholder, the Cathedral is seeking an experienced and pragmatic Interim Facilities Manager to oversee day–to–day operations and strengthen systems across the estate.

Interim Facilities Manager

Location: Lincoln Cathedral (on–site)

Salary: GBP41,000 GBP46,000 per annum, depending on experience

Contract: 9–month fixed–term, full–time (38.75 hours per week)

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

About the role

The Interim Facilities Manager will ensure the safe, compliant and efficient running of the Cathedral s estate, including the Cathedral Church, Visitor Centre and associated buildings. Leading a small team and external contractors, you will manage maintenance, safety, utilities, cleaning, and support for worship and events.

A key focus during this period will be embedding improved systems, compliance processes and reporting frameworks, ensuring effective contractor oversight and operational consistency across all sites.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and improve FM operations, including planned and reactive maintenance.
• Oversee statutory compliance, fire safety, utilities, and contractor performance.
• Act as the Cathedral s competent person for health, safety and compliance.
• Support worship, events and visitor activity to ensure safe, high–quality delivery.
• Embed systems, procedures and reporting frameworks to strengthen oversight.
• Line manage the Facilities Team, fostering collaboration and accountability.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree, HND or equivalent in Facilities Management or related discipline.
• IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification (or higher).
• Significant FM experience in complex or publicly accessible environments.
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance, CDM and contractor management.
• Membership of IWFM or IFMA.
• Proven ability to implement systems, improve performance and manage teams.
• Sympathy with the mission, values and worshipping life of the Church of England.

If you re an experienced facilities professional with the leadership, technical skill and commitment to care for one of England s most treasured buildings, we d love to hear from you.

For a full candidate pack, please contact:

Faye Marshall and Lizzy Clark via the apply button.

Closing date: 9am, Monday 17th November 2025

Interview date: Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th November 2025

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.